A magnetic oxygen analyzer which employes a detector comprising a magnetic pole, heat generator arranged in a non-uniform magnetic field where the intensity of a magnetic field produced by the magnetic pole varies, and a magnetic wind sensor disposed to not be affected by heat produced by the heat generator. A change in electrical resistance of the sensor, caused by change in magnetic wind strength, is detected as the oxygen concentration of a mixed gas. The magnetic wind is caused by the magnetic field produced by the magnetic pole and by heat produced by the heater and is related to the oxygen concentration of the mixed gas exposed to the analyzer. Advantageously, the analyzer of the invention provides improved signal to noise ratio, is immune to ambient temperature, and eliminates the need for precise temperature control.
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May 22, 2001
June 18, 2002
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